FibroScan Technician

Gastro Health; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gastro Health seeks a FibroScan Technician to perform imaging procedures for patients 16 years and older, delivering clear images per physician orders while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

The role requires Medical Assistant experience with GI exposure; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. You will collaborate with Imaging Coordinators, maintain accurate documentation, and uphold safety and confidentiality standards in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant experience required.
• GI experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform FibroScan imaging procedures for patients 16 years and older.
• Position patients and use protective equipment as necessary.
• Ensure imaging is consistent with physician orders and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Greet patients and ensure comfort, aiming to increase satisfaction.
• Document information and maintain efficient patient flow between exams.
• Collaborate with Imaging Coordinators to document pertinent information.
• Ensure appointments start on time and manage delays.
• Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot problems.
• Keep exam rooms clean and comply with safety policies.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Customer service

Job description

About Gastro Health:

Gastro Health is an extensive and diverse group of professionals dedicated to digestive and liver health. Now with more than 120 locations in seven states, our team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nutritionists, technicians, and support team are on a mission to provide outstanding medical care and an exceptional healthcare experience.

Position Summary:

As a FibroScan Technician, you will perform FibroScan imaging procedures for patients in order to take clear images per the physician’s orders. Working closely with the patients, you must using correct patient positioning techniques and protective equipment as necessary meanwhile maintaining patient care, comfort, and safety.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Under the general direction of the Imaging Manager, perform examinations of patients of ages 16 or above for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness.
• Position patients for FibroScan using patient positioning methods and protective equipment as necessary.
• Performs FibroScan imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
• Take clear images. Ensure FibroScan being performed is consistent with the physician's order. Must refrain from comments regarding the outcome of the exam in front of the patient unless instructed to do so by the provider.
• Greets patients and makes them feel welcome. Demonstrates concern for patients within or outside of the organization, effectively responding to their needs and problems. Is committed to increasing customer satisfaction. Ensures commitments to customers are met.
• Gathers appropriate clinical information. Turns over FibroScan room efficiently between patients to keep patient flow. Thorough and timely in communicating. Effective utilization of available resources, organizes own work, and possess effective time management skills.
• Collaborate with Imaging Coordinators to ensure all pertinent information is well documented and accounted for.
• Ensures patients are seen at their appointment time and must be notified if there are any delays. Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Completes and signs Patient Screening form and explains the procedure to the patient.
• Maintains patient care, comfort, and safety during transport to and from the exam table and during the exam.
• Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company sponsored training programs.
• Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.
• Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
• Maintains a clean environment in the exam and control rooms
• Complies with all safety policies and regulations.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Job Specifications/Qualifications

• Medical Assistant experience required
• GI experience desired

Required Skills And Abilities

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Must be able to interact with client personnel in an autonomous responsible, professional, and ethical manner.

Why You'll Thrive at Gastro Health

We look for team members who embody our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Integrity, Accountability, Empowerment, Continuous Improvement, Positive Attitude, and Customer Focus. These values guide how we care for our patients, support one another, and deliver exceptional healthcare every day.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Primarily performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, computer use, and communication.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing/pulling, and climbing stairs.
• Frequent interaction with staff, managers, patients, families/caregivers, providers, vendors, and other business partners.
• May require occasional weekends, holidays, or varying shifts based on business needs.

Communication Requirements

• Ability to effectively read, write, speak, and understand English to safely perform the essential functions of the position.